The accident was reported at 8.30 p.m. on E. Kings Canyon Road and S. Clovis Avenue.
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Police said the man darted onto the road and was then hit by the truck.
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The driver of the truck tried to avoid him but couldn't stop on time, according to police. The driver's account was backed up by witnesses.
The 18-year-old driver appeared shaken by the incident and was cooperating with authorities.